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Introducing the eWeLink Pioneer App
A brand-new way to experience eWeLink—before anyone else
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Today we’re launching the eWeLink Pioneer App, a standalone app that gives you early access to the upcoming 6.0 experience. Built from the ground up with a redesigned home page, smarter device controls, and a faster onboarding flow, the eWeLink Pioneer App is where the future of eWeLink takes shape—one feature at a time.
Why the eWeLink Pioneer App?
eWeLink 6.0 is the biggest update we’ve ever worked on. Rather than keep it behind closed doors until it’s perfect, we decided to take a different approach: build it with you.
The eWeLink Pioneer App is a dedicated space where new ideas ship first. You get to try them, break them, and tell us what works. We listen, we iterate, and when something is ready, it graduates to the official app.
The official app stays rock-solid. The eWeLink Pioneer App stays on the edge.
What's Inside on this First Release
Your Home, Your Way
The home screen is no longer one-size-fits-all. With Favorites, you handpick the devices, scenes, and insights that matter most—then arrange them exactly how you like. Everything you need, one tap away.
Device Controls That Make Sense
Each device’s control page now adapts to you. Rearrange sections to put your most-used actions front and center. Less scrolling, more doing.
Smarter Device Setup
Adding a new device? Search by model name, follow step-by-step instructions tailored to your specific device, and watch the pairing progress in real time. No more guessing.
eWeLink Pioneer App is also where we explore what could come next. For example, easier sign-in options—such as using a Google account or Apple ID instead of only email and password—are among the ideas we’re considering. And that’s just one possibility. As you try eWeLink Pioneer App, your feedback will help us decide what to improve, what to adjust, and what to bring to more users in future updates.
How It Works Alongside eWeLink
eWeLink Pioneer App and the official eWeLink app run side by side. Same account. Same devices. Same scenes.
- Install both on the same phone—no conflicts
- Everything stays in sync automatically
- Switch between the two anytime
When 6.0 officially launches, eWeLink Pioneer App will continue as our permanent preview channel—always one step ahead, always evolving.
Before You Download
The eWeLink Pioneer App is an early preview, and we want to be upfront about that:
- Expect rough edges. You may encounter crashes or unexpected behavior.
- Your data is safe. Both apps share the same account. Nothing gets lost.
- Your feedback matters. Every bug report and suggestion helps us build a better 6.0.
Supported Devices in This First Release
In this first release, the eWeLink Pioneer App supports selected plugs and switches, with more device types coming soon.
Example supported models are listed below for reference.
Device Type | Eligible Device Models (Examples) |
Single-Channel Plug | SONOFF BASIC_R3 SONOFF MINI SONOFF RF_R2 SONOFF S20R1 SONOFF S26 SONOFF S31 Lite SONOFF S55R1 SONOFF S30 AIB-xU1 CKCP-001 |
Dual-Channel Plug | SONOFF DUALR2 |
Three-Channel Plug | CKW04-3C |
Four-Channel Plug | SONOFF 4CH |
Single-Channel Switch | SONOFF RF R2 SONOFF T1 1C SONOFF Touch SONOFF TX1C |
Dual-Channel Switch | SONOFF T1 2C SONOFF TX2C |
Three-Channel Switch | SONOFF T1 3C SONOFF TX3C |
Four-Channel Switch | Sonoff 4CH Pro |
DIY Smart Switch | SONOFF Basic SONOFF RF SONOFF SV |
Single-Channel Plug-Multi-channel version | SONOFF Micro |
Single-Channel Plug_Support 2.4G eWeLink-Remote | SONOFF BASICR4 SONOFF MINIR3 SONOFF MINIR4 SONOFF S40 lite CK-BL602-4SW-AY |
Dual-Channel Plug_Support 2.4G eWeLink-Remote | BL1-S04-01 CK-BL602-4SW-HS CK-BL602-4SW-WH-02 |
Three-Channel Plug_Support 2.4G eWeLink-Remote | BL1-S04-01 CK-BL602-4SW-HS CK-BL602-4SW-WH-02 |
Four-Channel Plug_Support 2.4G eWeLink-Remote | BL1-S04-01 CK-BL602-4SW-HS CK-BL602-4SW-TYSTD CK-BL602-4SW-WH-02 CK-BL602-TC-01 |
The eWeLink Pioneer App is now available on Google Play. The iOS version is planned for late June, subject to final scheduling. Stay tuned to be among the first to explore a more flexible and personalized smart home experience.
What important features are we missing? We’d love to hear from you! Join our discussion here.
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